FAQ'S
We understand that making decisions about your pet’s care can bring many questions. To help you feel confident and informed, we’ve gathered answers to the most common concerns our clients have.
How it works
I created this service to give families the gift of saying goodbye to their beloved pets in the gentlest way possible, at home. In-home euthanasia allows your pet to remain where they feel safest, surrounded by familiar smells, favourite places, and the people they love most. Without the stress of travel or the unease of a clinic visit, their final moments can be filled with peace, dignity, and love.
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the most difficult decisions any family will face. My role is to make this final act of love as peaceful, dignified, and stress-free as possible, for both you and your companion.
You can reach me directly by phone or email to talk through your pet’s needs and ask any questions. I’ll guide you through the process and help you decide whether in-home euthanasia is the right choice for your family.
Together, we’ll find a convenient time for the home visit. I will explain what to expect beforehand and address any concerns, so you feel informed and prepared.
On the day, your pet can remain wherever they feel most comfortable. Whether that’s curled up on the sofa, in their bed, or outside in the garden. There is never any rush. You and your family will have as much private time as you need.
First, your pet receives a calming sedation injection, helping them relax completely and remain free from fear or discomfort. While the sedation takes effect, you have private time to sit with your pet, say your goodbyes, and share those final moments together. If you prefer, I can step out to give you privacy, or stay with you for support whatever feels right for you.
Once your pet is peacefully resting, I gently place a small intravenous catheter to give the final injection an overdose of anaesthetic. which allows them to drift into a deep, pain-free sleep. Their breathing and heartbeat gradually slow and then stop. Occasionally a few deep breaths, small movements or urine release may occur; these are natural signs of the body letting go. Throughout the process, your pet remains completely unaware and at peace.
This usually takes just a few minutes. When I’m sure your pet has passed, I’ll step out again to give you time and space for your final goodbyes.
If you wish, I can assist with aftercare arrangements such as cremation or burial, and guide you in choosing what feels right for your family. You will always have the time and space you need to say goodbye.
How In Home Care Puts Your Pet First
In-home pet care ensures your furry friend feels safe, loved, and stress-free right where they belong at home. Instead of adapting to a new environment, your pet enjoys personalized attention, familiar smells, and a comfortable routine.
Peace in Familiar Surroundings
Pets feel safest at home. By choosing our in-home veterinary care, your companion stays away from the stress of car rides, crowded clinics, and unfamiliar smells. Surrounded by their favorite places, toys, and loved ones, they remain relaxed, peaceful, and at ease in their final moments.
Gentle Hands, Expert Care
With over a decade of veterinary experience, Dr. Ovidiu Onofrei provides gentle and compassionate medical care right at home. Every detail is explained with clarity, and each step is taken slowly and respectfully, ensuring your companion remains comfortable, calm, and free from pain throughout the process.
Supporting You Through Every Step
We understand how deeply emotional this moment can be. Our in-home service allows your family to stay close, share final moments in peace, and receive gentle guidance every step of the way. We’re here not only for your beloved pet but for you as well offering care, comfort, and heartfelt support.
Frequently Asked QuestionS
If you don’t find your question listed here, please don’t hesitate to contact us our team is always happy to help.
We offer a gentle and compassionate in-home euthanasia service, helping pets pass peacefully with dignity and love.
Home is where pets feel safest. Being in familiar surroundings, close to their family, allows them to pass without stress, calm, comfortable, and wrapped in love.
When our vet arrives, they will take time to explain everything and answer your questions. To keep your pet completely relaxed, a gentle sedative is usually given first. When you and your pet are ready, a final injection is administered. Quick, painless, and deeply peaceful.
Yes. We can arrange individual or communal cremation with trusted partners, or provide guidance if you prefer to lay your pet to rest at home. Whatever you choose, we’ll support you with care and respect.